Project Manager (Lexica. Member of WSP)

-; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK seeks a Project Manager responsible for delivering capital infrastructure projects in the health and life sciences sector. The role involves managing project delivery, client interactions, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should ideally hold a relevant degree and membership in a professional construction institute. Experience in construction project management, particularly in consultancy or health, is advantageous. Apply today to join a dedicated team making a positive community impact.

Qualifications

• Preferably educated to degree or equivalent level in a relevant field.
• Membership of a chartered institute in the construction industry.
• Achieved or working towards a recognised Project Management qualification.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery and performance of capital infrastructure projects.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients and teams.
• Monitor progress to ensure all commissions are managed in line with company values.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder management

Construction contract management

Education

Degree in relevant field

Membership of chartered institute

Job description

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

Lexica is a leading specialist consultancy, transforming environments for clients in health and life sciences. From June 2025 Lexica is a member of WSP (UK) Ltd and will be fully integrated into the organisation by Jan 2026.

We are helping organisations to become more efficient and effective in the core sectors that we work in; whether improving patient pathways for the NHS, developing laboratories to facilitate world‑leading science, or rationalising educational campuses to attract the highest calibre students and research investment. Our clients tell us that we are different from other consultancies. They know that we have a wide range of skills across the business that gives us a competitive edge over other organisations. By joining Lexica, you will be part of the journey with our clients and colleagues.

A little more about your role...

Our Project Managers are responsible for managing the delivery and performance of capital infrastructure projects of varying size and complexity in our specialist sectors, Health and Science. Project Managers cover the full lifecycle of project delivery – from strategic case through to post‑occupancy. You will…

• Work with a team to manage the successful delivery of health and life science projects of varying size and complexity.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients and teams related to these commissions.
• Work to structured and recognised project management processes and procedures.
• Proactively monitor progress to ensure that all commissions are managed in line with company values, standing financial instructions, and industry good practice, and in compliance with appropriate legislation, statutory approvals and mandatory standards.
• Comply with commission execution plans, ensuring they are updated as appropriate, throughout the commission.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate...

• Preferably educated to degree or equivalent level in a relevant field.
• Membership of a chartered institute in the construction industry (e.g. RICS, CIBSE, CIOB, APM or MICE).
• Achieved or working towards a recognised Project Management qualification or chartership, e.g. APM PMQ, NEC PM accreditation, MRICs or ChPP.
• Experience as a Project Manager in a construction project environment. Consultancy, health or life science‑related experience is an advantage.
• Experience in delivering in accordance with industry delivery best practice, such as the NHS Capital Investment Manual, RIBA Plan of Work, OGC Gateways.
• Stakeholder management.
• A knowledge of construction contract management including standard forms of contract and procurement options.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close‑knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

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About Us

We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long‑lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria; please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.